Goin to Town 1941

"Goin to Town," a 1941 lithograph by American artist Jackson Lee Nesbitt, depicts a scene of urban life in a crowded trolley car. The artwork, created during the artist's prolific years, captures the everyday experiences of ordinary individuals. The passengers are seated in a tight space, their faces and bodies revealing a mixture of boredom and anticipation, reflecting the anxieties of the time. The realistic style and detailed rendering of the scene, with its focus on the intimate details of daily life, is characteristic of Nesbitt's work. The print evokes the crowded transit systems of the 20th century and serves as a powerful social commentary.